A 12-year-old girl called 911 after finding her mother unresponsive inside a northwest Harris County home late Thursday night, where deputies say they later discovered both her mother and stepfather dead in what investigators believe was an apparent murder-suicide.12-year-old girl finds mother, stepfather dead in apparent murder-suicide at NW Harris County homeRead full article: 12-year-old girl finds mother, stepfather dead in apparent murder-suicide at NW Harris County home
Generic fire truck photo.Firefighter injured after garbage truck tire blows out during post-fire assessment in Montgomery CountyRead full article: Firefighter injured after garbage truck tire blows out during post-fire assessment in Montgomery County
More than 300 school districts have indicated they will adopt Texas' Bluebonnet curriculum, according to data obtained by The Texas Tribune. The reading and social studies lessons in the state-designed curriculum have faced criticism for their heavy emphasis on Christianity.HISD approves Bluebonnet curriculum with Bible references for elementary classroomsRead full article: HISD approves Bluebonnet curriculum with Bible references for elementary classrooms
The scene of the incidentWoman fatally run over by coworker she was dating after argument in southwest Houston, police sayRead full article: Woman fatally run over by coworker she was dating after argument in southwest Houston, police say
A missing giraffe in Texas has become an unlikely social media celebrity. From fire departments to school districts, agencies across the state are having fun with Gracie's disappearance while helping spread awareness about the search. 🦒😂Gracie, the missing giraffe from the Texas Hill County, has been foundRead full article: Gracie, the missing giraffe from the Texas Hill County, has been found
Sam Gary Martin, a 65-year-old convicted sex offender and former newspaper publisher, was arrested in High Island by Harris County Precinct 1 deputies on a charge of possessing child pornography.Convicted sex offender arrested again for allegedly possessing child pornography, Harris County Pct. 1 deputies sayRead full article: Convicted sex offender arrested again for allegedly possessing child pornography, Harris County Pct. 1 deputies say
Generic crime scene - lightbox KPRCTexas City woman found fatally shot, 73-year-old man charged with murderRead full article: Texas City woman found fatally shot, 73-year-old man charged with murder
Breaking Free from domestic violenceFree domestic violence resources offered in and around the Houston areaRead full article: Free domestic violence resources offered in and around the Houston area
No description availableTexas poised to approve more Bible stories, history revamp — but changes for high schoolers delayedRead full article: Texas poised to approve more Bible stories, history revamp — but changes for high schoolers delayed
Renee Amber Fennel, 37, of Conroe, was arrested as a suspect after surveillance video showed a woman allegedly taking items from a west Houston cemetery mausoleum.Conroe woman arrested after cemetery mausoleum theft caught on camera, constable saysRead full article: Conroe woman arrested after cemetery mausoleum theft caught on camera, constable says
Three KPRC 2 Insiders will win IKEA gift cards to celebrate the opening of IKEA Webster.SponsoredKPRC 2 Insiders, Enter for a chance to win IKEA gift cards!Read full article: KPRC 2 Insiders, Enter for a chance to win IKEA gift cards!
KPRC 2 Insiders have 4 chances to win a $250 Kroger gift card.SponsoredKPRC 2 Insiders, here’s your chance to win a $250 Kroger gift card! Read full article: KPRC 2 Insiders, here’s your chance to win a $250 Kroger gift card!
In hot temperatures it's important to use your air conditioning. Summer sizzle dominates Houston’s weekend forecastRead full article: Summer sizzle dominates Houston’s weekend forecast
No description available‘I’m so scared’: Bodycam shows Conroe woman’s traffic stop escalate into arrestRead full article: ‘I’m so scared’: Bodycam shows Conroe woman’s traffic stop escalate into arrest
The incident happened at the WoodSpring Suites on Cityscape Avenue.New video shows woman being rescued from hostage situation at southeast Houston hotelRead full article: New video shows woman being rescued from hostage situation at southeast Houston hotel
No description availableDaniel Wong pushes back against claims he no longer has authority as Fort Bend County judgeRead full article: Daniel Wong pushes back against claims he no longer has authority as Fort Bend County judge
Sky 2 video shows the slowdown stretching along IH-69 Southwest Freeway, with traffic coming to a near standstill as crews respond to the scene.Fruit-covered freeway: Spill closes lanes on Southwest Freeway near Bellaire for hoursRead full article: Fruit-covered freeway: Spill closes lanes on Southwest Freeway near Bellaire for hours
Brazil is facing a team that will later be named in the FIFA World Cup Round of 32 at Houston Stadium. Houston Dynamo's Brazilian players are bummed they'll miss seeing Brazil play on MondayRead full article: Houston Dynamo's Brazilian players are bummed they'll miss seeing Brazil play on Monday
Fifth Ward shooting4 shot after argument over trash leads to group exchanging gunfire in Houston’s Fifth WardRead full article: 4 shot after argument over trash leads to group exchanging gunfire in Houston’s Fifth Ward
FireAfter fire at Mammoth Metal Recycling, Houston advocacy group says monitors detected elevated particulate pollutionRead full article: After fire at Mammoth Metal Recycling, Houston advocacy group says monitors detected elevated particulate pollution
No description availableWhat Texas can learn from Japanese cities that give technology to its senior citizensRead full article: What Texas can learn from Japanese cities that give technology to its senior citizens
No description availableTensions with landowners rise as a raft of gas pipelines push through Texas propertiesRead full article: Tensions with landowners rise as a raft of gas pipelines push through Texas properties
No description availableSupreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive immigration policyRead full article: Supreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive immigration policy
No description availableThe U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?Read full article: The U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?
No description availableAs supporters praise Texas’ proposed “Judeo-Christian” curriculum, rabbis say it dismisses JudaismRead full article: As supporters praise Texas’ proposed “Judeo-Christian” curriculum, rabbis say it dismisses Judaism
No description availableMexican man dies in ICE custody in Laredo, at least the 20th fatality this yearRead full article: Mexican man dies in ICE custody in Laredo, at least the 20th fatality this year
Several Texas EquuSearch volunteers also scouring areaSearchers return to the ‘Texas Killing Fields’Read full article: Searchers return to the ‘Texas Killing Fields’
No description availableDozens of Texas counties working on plans to install flood warning sirensRead full article: Dozens of Texas counties working on plans to install flood warning sirens
70-year-old man convicted of 1977 murder has sentence reduced to lifeAfter half-century on death row, Houston man gets lifeRead full article: After half-century on death row, Houston man gets life
We’re asking viewers across the Houston area to send us their water bills and a brief description of their concerns so we can look for patterns, ask officials for answers, and continue reporting on water billing problems in their communities.Think your water bill is wrong? KPRC 2 Investigates is collecting Houston-area billsRead full article: Think your water bill is wrong? KPRC 2 Investigates is collecting Houston-area bills
David Northern’s Flint Housing Commission contract, Houston Housing Authority controversy raise new accountability questionsHe wasted millions in Houston. Now he’s running Flint’s housing authority — and making more money than everRead full article: He wasted millions in Houston. Now he’s running Flint’s housing authority — and making more money than ever
The suspected gunman8 years after the mass shooting at Santa Fe High School, families still searching for answers, accountabilityRead full article: 8 years after the mass shooting at Santa Fe High School, families still searching for answers, accountability
Neglected home has been unlivable for over a decade, 2 Helps You working to finally have dilapidated home addressed 2 Helps You: Fort Bend County residents tired of neglected eyesore impacting their community without accountabilityRead full article: 2 Helps You: Fort Bend County residents tired of neglected eyesore impacting their community without accountability
Dr. Parthiv Mehta holding third annual complimentary care event 2 Helps You: Spring dentist impacting community with $100K in free dental care SaturdayRead full article: 2 Helps You: Spring dentist impacting community with $100K in free dental care Saturday
The issue first came to 2 Helps You through a request from residents asking for help with a sidewalk that had been neglected and in poor condition for years.Dangerous Galveston sidewalk repaired days after KPRC 2 Helps You report; more hazards we uncovered under review Read full article: Dangerous Galveston sidewalk repaired days after KPRC 2 Helps You report; more hazards we uncovered under review
What started as a simple birdhouse has become a symbol of one young Scout’s extraordinary achievement. Ravi Maini contacted 2 Helps You to share the story of his son, Jaanav Maini, who has become one of the youngest Eagle Scouts in Texas history.2 Helps You: At 12-years-old, he’s an Eagle Scout leaving a lasting mark in his communityRead full article: 2 Helps You: At 12-years-old, he’s an Eagle Scout leaving a lasting mark in his community
After Isabel Tristan waited 3 years for a monument to honor her grandfather, 2 Helps You showed up with a solution2 Helps You: Brookshire woman waits 3 years for $75 commemorative brick that doesn’t existRead full article: 2 Helps You: Brookshire woman waits 3 years for $75 commemorative brick that doesn’t exist
For years, some elderly residents near the 2800 block of 61st Street in Galveston have been forced into a dangerous choice: navigate a badly damaged sidewalk or walk in a 40-mph street.Broken sidewalk creating dangerous hazard for elderly Galveston residents; Fix underway after 2 Helps You gets involvedRead full article: Broken sidewalk creating dangerous hazard for elderly Galveston residents; Fix underway after 2 Helps You gets involved
FILE - Don Ameche, left, and Ann Blyth, center, as guest stars, join Jack Klugman on the set for an episode of the television series, Quincy, June 22, 1978, Los Angeles, Calif. (AP Photo/Nick Ut, File)Ann Blyth, teen star of 'Mildred Pierce,' dead at 98Read full article: Ann Blyth, teen star of 'Mildred Pierce,' dead at 98
FILE - Mel Brooks arrives at the premiere of "Mel Brooks: The 99 Year Old Man!" in Los Angeles on Jan. 20, 2026. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)Happy birthday, 2000 Year Old Man. Mel Brooks is turning 100Read full article: Happy birthday, 2000 Year Old Man. Mel Brooks is turning 100
FILE - David Clayton-Thomas of "Blood, Sweat and Tears" performs during one of several tailgate parties prior to the Texas A&M-Utah game on Sept. 2, 2004, in Salt Lake City. (AP Photo/Douglas C. Pizac, File)David Clayton-Thomas, powerhouse lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies at 84Read full article: David Clayton-Thomas, powerhouse lead singer of Blood, Sweat & Tears, dies at 84
No description availableThe cast of Netflix’s ‘I Will Find You’ talks bringing the bestselling thriller to lifeRead full article: The cast of Netflix’s ‘I Will Find You’ talks bringing the bestselling thriller to life
No description availableWWE star Braun Strowman chats season 2 of ‘Everything On The Menu’Read full article: WWE star Braun Strowman chats season 2 of ‘Everything On The Menu’
No description availableMeet Yassine Cheuko, personal bodyguard to soccer superstar Lionel MessiRead full article: Meet Yassine Cheuko, personal bodyguard to soccer superstar Lionel Messi
No description availableWhat Texas can learn from Japanese cities that give technology to its senior citizensRead full article: What Texas can learn from Japanese cities that give technology to its senior citizens
No description availableSponsoredMattress expert links poor sleep to serious health risksRead full article: Mattress expert links poor sleep to serious health risks
FILE - State House Speaker Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville, center, speaks about the Republican party's legislative package of bills on immigration during a news conference on Jan. 15, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV, File)Judge blocks Tennessee from reporting sick children to immigration authorities, for nowRead full article: Judge blocks Tennessee from reporting sick children to immigration authorities, for now
This 85-year-old Katy widow says what started as a request for a window estimate turned into a legal dispute over a contract she never intended to signKaty widow says she asked for a window estimate; months later, she received a $44K demand letterRead full article: Katy widow says she asked for a window estimate; months later, she received a $44K demand letter
People take goods from damaged stores a day after earthquakes and aftershocks struck Catia La Mar, Venezuela, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Jonathan Lanza)Venezuelan community in Houston collecting donations for earthquake victimsRead full article: Venezuelan community in Houston collecting donations for earthquake victims
Toxic pollutants, unanswered questions linger after massive East Houston tire fireEast Houston residents demand air quality answers after Mammoth Metal Recycling tire fireRead full article: East Houston residents demand air quality answers after Mammoth Metal Recycling tire fire
People at a concert in Houston1 day agoLIST: No plans this weekend? Houston has you covered!Read full article: LIST: No plans this weekend? Houston has you covered!
Love Island.1 day agoLove Island USA: Why Houston viewers are obsessed with the hit reality showRead full article: Love Island USA: Why Houston viewers are obsessed with the hit reality show
No description availableMontgomery County traffic stop bodycam sparks questions: We reviewed Texas police training to find answersRead full article: Montgomery County traffic stop bodycam sparks questions: We reviewed Texas police training to find answers
Mayor John Whitmire told KPRC 2’s Re’Chelle Turner in a one-on-one interview that the lawsuit filed by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton against the city is political and that he will not pursue an expensive court fight.Houston’s financial outlook revised to ‘stable’ by S&P Global Ratings, Mayor Whitmire saysRead full article: Houston’s financial outlook revised to ‘stable’ by S&P Global Ratings, Mayor Whitmire says
Commissioners Grady Prestage and Dexter McCoy walk out of Commissioners Court calling it an 'illegal meeting' with Daniel Wong at helm. Footage captured by KPRC 2's Ava PopovitsFort Bend County Commissioners walk out of meeting over Daniel Wong disputeRead full article: Fort Bend County Commissioners walk out of meeting over Daniel Wong dispute
FILE - Planes used for deportation flights sit at the Valley International Airport, Aug. 31, 2025, in Harlingen, Texas. (AP Photo/Michael Gonzalez, File)US Senator warns of administration plan to hastily remove over 500 unaccompanied migrant childrenRead full article: US Senator warns of administration plan to hastily remove over 500 unaccompanied migrant children
The man in his 70s was crossing the street with his wife after she finished work at a nearby restaurant1 day agoElderly man killed in hit-and-run while crossing Airline DriveRead full article: Elderly man killed in hit-and-run while crossing Airline Drive
Houstonians gathered for an event outside1 day agoLIST: Got the cash? Houston has the events!Read full article: LIST: Got the cash? Houston has the events!
No description available1 day agoSupreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive immigration policyRead full article: Supreme Court clears way for Trump administration to revive restrictive immigration policy
Texans corner, returner Brandon Codrington at his second annual youth football camp1 day agoTexans corner Brandon Codrington tells his story at his youth football camp: ‘Believe in yourself’Read full article: Texans corner Brandon Codrington tells his story at his youth football camp: ‘Believe in yourself’
Harris County Commissioners Court on Thursday unanimously appointed Marcus Stuckett as the new executive director of the Harris County Flood Control District, making him the first African American to lead the agency.1 day agoHarris County appoints Marcus Stuckett as new Flood Control District executive directorRead full article: Harris County appoints Marcus Stuckett as new Flood Control District executive director
The fire burned for more than 24 hours1 day agoAir Alliance Houston to hold news conference after massive Mammoth Metal Recycling fire in East HoustonRead full article: Air Alliance Houston to hold news conference after massive Mammoth Metal Recycling fire in East Houston
In hot temperatures it's important to use your air conditioning. Houston weather: Hot, humid pattern continues with triple-digit heat index through JuneRead full article: Houston weather: Hot, humid pattern continues with triple-digit heat index through June
Prestage plans to preside over Thursday's Commissioners Court meeting after dismissal of lawsuit that led to Wong's appointment following K.P. George's suspension.1 day agoFort Bend Commissioner Grady Prestage says Daniel Wong no longer has authority as interim county judgeRead full article: Fort Bend Commissioner Grady Prestage says Daniel Wong no longer has authority as interim county judge
The Houston Housing Authority (HHA) embarked on a project to install 1,615 window air conditioning (AC) units across three local housing projects, originally budgeting $2.3 million. However, the final cost ballooned to more than $5.4 million—leaving many questions about the use of public funds and who benefited from the extra costs.1 day agoMore than 6,000 applications submitted after Houston public housing waitlists reopenRead full article: More than 6,000 applications submitted after Houston public housing waitlists reopen
Broker says paperwork filed by Matthew Jackson and his company derailed a foreclosure sale and sparked a legal battle. 1 day agoHouston man linked to Gilley murder scene property dispute previously claimed to own $1.7M Memorial homeRead full article: Houston man linked to Gilley murder scene property dispute previously claimed to own $1.7M Memorial home
No description available1 day agoThe U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?Read full article: The U.S. last beat screwworm in 1966. Can current leaders learn from the past’s playbook?
Patients lie outside a hospital evacuated after it was damaged in an earthquake in Catia La Mar, Venezuela, Thursday, June 25, 2026. (AP Photo/Pedro Mattey)Venezuela health minister says around 235 people dead and 4,300 injured in catastrophic earthquakesRead full article: Venezuela health minister says around 235 people dead and 4,300 injured in catastrophic earthquakes
No description available1 day agoAs supporters praise Texas’ proposed “Judeo-Christian” curriculum, rabbis say it dismisses JudaismRead full article: As supporters praise Texas’ proposed “Judeo-Christian” curriculum, rabbis say it dismisses Judaism
Filing comes nearly a year after deadly floods sparked multiple lawsuits1 day agoCamp Mystic files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after Texas Hill Country Flood lawsuitsRead full article: Camp Mystic files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after Texas Hill Country Flood lawsuits
Saharan Dust1 day agoSaharan dust is back! How it will impact traveling, hurricanes, air quality, and sunsets in TexasRead full article: Saharan dust is back! How it will impact traveling, hurricanes, air quality, and sunsets in Texas
The long-awaited new facility finally has a release date.1 day agoHouston Livestock Show and Rodeo announces plans to build new facilityRead full article: Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo announces plans to build new facility
“It’s the largest facilities investment in the rodeo’s 95-year history.”1 day agoHouston Rodeo chairman details vision for $300 million expansion, says Reliant Park remains organization’s homeRead full article: Houston Rodeo chairman details vision for $300 million expansion, says Reliant Park remains organization’s home
Matthew Jackson was arrested for trespassing at a southeast Houston crime scene last year. Now his name is on paperwork claiming ownership of the home where Lee Gilley allegedly killed his pregnant wife.2 days agoMan who moved into a Houston homicide scene last year is now claiming ownership of the Gilley murder homeRead full article: Man who moved into a Houston homicide scene last year is now claiming ownership of the Gilley murder home
Cy-Fair ISD1 day agoCypress-Fairbanks ISD approves $1.2 billion budget amid $80.9 million projected deficitRead full article: Cypress-Fairbanks ISD approves $1.2 billion budget amid $80.9 million projected deficit
Neglected home has been unlivable for over a decade, 2 Helps You working to finally have dilapidated home addressed 1 day ago2 Helps You: Fort Bend County residents tired of neglected eyesore impacting their community without accountabilityRead full article: 2 Helps You: Fort Bend County residents tired of neglected eyesore impacting their community without accountability
The Airbnb logo over the skyline of Houston.1 day agoAirbnb activates anti-party technology in Houston ahead of Fourth of July, World Cup crowdsRead full article: Airbnb activates anti-party technology in Houston ahead of Fourth of July, World Cup crowds
Make sure your pets are staying cool this summer! Keep them hydrated and make sure the ground they are standing on isn't too hot!1 day agoProtect your dog’s paws: Learn the 7-second test for hot pavementRead full article: Protect your dog’s paws: Learn the 7-second test for hot pavement
An active search for the suspect and vehicle was underway following the incident.2 days agoPolice searching for driver after Sugar Land officer injured during traffic stopRead full article: Police searching for driver after Sugar Land officer injured during traffic stop